Forscan and 2023 models?

[willettj]

What settings did you use to change the PowerPoint? I had mine working with the PowerPoint feature disabled so the power would stay on forever for the brake controller in my Bronco when towing behind the RV. Now the setting still shows disabled but power point goes off immediately when ignition off. I even enabled it and the original default settings of the timeout don't work, it still goes off immediately. Ford did some OTA that messed this up I think

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[topnotch2023]

I have the same issue with the PowerPoint setting. It worked for months, then stopped, and now it works very intermittently. I would love to find a solution.

 

[willettj]

Update with new theory.. I had to do the first leg of our trip without the toad brake system working because the power point would not stay on.. I do have the charging circuit in my tow harness so the Bronco is being charged the entire time we are driving.. I had a hunch that maybe the Bronco was disabling the power point because the battery was not at a correct charge, however the Bronco was giving me no warning of a low battery and was starting fine. But my wife drives about 1 mile to work everyday so it can never recover from the multiple starts until we make a longer trip. So after our first few days and moving to our next location I decided to try the power point again and it worked just fine! The dash also displays a message saying something about the power point being in full accessory mode or something like that when you first turn it on.

 

[topnotch2023]

I think your theory is correct. I just changed the state of charge to 95 and reset the BMS, and the power point works when the vehicle is off. I hope it lasts.

 

[Ron B.]

I have a 2023 Bronco what forscan tool works best? THANKS

 

[topnotch2023]

I have a 2023 Bronco what forscan tool works best? THANKS

Forscan is the tool.

 

[law]

I have a 2023 Bronco what forscan tool works best? THANKS

Hello Ron
I suggest checking out the forscan site.

https://forscan.org/home.html

the home page has suggestions for hardware. I use the vLinker fs connector.

 

[MaxBadland]

There is an auto stop eliminator, $99.00. I bought it, and then purchased the forscan to do other stuff, personally. Lights mainly, maybe a few noise factors. But, purchased my main components separately. Pedal commander, exhaust, and auto stop eliminator.
I’ve seen several have a time with it. Now, if I could leave it in Sport mode, I’d be in heaven

Why do you use sport mode if you have a pedal commander? Isn’t the pedal commander doing the same thing?

 

[GI_Jo_Nathan]

Why do you use sport mode if you have a pedal commander? Isn’t the pedal commander doing the same thing?

Sport doesn't just change the throttle. It makes other changes like steering and especially transmission shift points on the autos.

 

[ItsRobin]

There are other things that can do this. Such as the battery being below a certain level. Normally once it happens the smart battery system has to be reset to enable it again. Could be any number of things as well.

That’s awesome. Unlike the autostop eliminator, where my vehicle has stalled out on me at a light. So, I guess there are benefits to doing it this way, as opposed to just paying $100.00, and calling it done.
I think my dashcam is the problem. It doesn’t shut itself off, like it is supposed to. And, of course that’s going to put a drain on my battery.
You guys, I need help, please. I purchased the OBD Link EX. Finally got it all figured out, went to go and start making modifications, and, I couldn’t get past the first scan 🥹 It had an error with my transmission!! Wanted new codes??!! I was so done, I’ve sent the darn thing back at this point! I still have Forscan downloaded. I’ve still done all the other stuff. Is there another tool that’s maybe better to try?
I’ve mentioned pedal commander. Am I supposed to have it off before running the scan? Not sure.

 

[ItsRobin]

Anyone know when Forscan will be updated for 23 year models? Picked up my WildTrak today and hooked up soon as I got home to disable double honk and do the rear speakers, but Forscan was unable to detect the Bronco. :/

I had the OBD Link EX. It connected to my ‘23 Wildtrak. BUT, for some reason, I got a transmission error so, I cleared it. Sent the thing back. Don’t buy that one!!!

 

[GI_Jo_Nathan]

I purchased the OBD Link EX. Finally got it all figured out, went to go and start making modifications, and, I couldn’t get past the first scan 🥹 It had an error with my transmission!! Wanted new codes??!! I was so done, I’ve sent the darn thing back at this point! I still have Forscan downloaded. I’ve still done all the other stuff. Is there another tool that’s maybe better to try?

As far as Forscan goes I recommend getting the automatic switching adapter that they list on the Forscan site. I can't remember the brand right now. Then you could try the panda tune from Panda motor works. As far as I know you basically have to have the program and the device and you can let them remote in and make the changes. I haven't done it, but it's a service they offer.

The only really foolproof method as far as Auto start-stop goes, is to install a Ford procal tuner. It will let you leave the A.S.S. selection wherever you want.

 

[Ron B.]

As far as Forscan goes I recommend getting the automatic switching adapter that they list on the Forscan site. I can't remember the brand right now. Then you could try the panda tune from Panda motor works. As far as I know you basically have to have the program and the device and you can let them remote in and make the changes. I haven't done it, but it's a service they offer.

The only really foolproof method as far as Auto start-stop goes, is to install a Ford procal tuner. It will let you leave the A.S.S. selection wherever you want.

I used the obd link ex and had Panda Motor works do it remotely took minutes and very reasonable, knowledgeable and price.

 

[NickOhio]

If you enable Baha Mode on a non-Raptor, does it change the exhaust or only on the 3.0? What I really want is sport mode with more exhaust, but not really wanting to buy a new exhaust, but might. Street driving, not off-road.

 

[BigHoof]

If you enable Baha Mode on a non-Raptor, does it change the exhaust or only on the 3.0? What I really want is sport mode with more exhaust, but not really wanting to buy a new exhaust, but might. Street driving, not off-road.

No. Only the Raptor has the special valved muffler needed to do that.

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